Our Lake Fish Stocking
Montana · 1959–2025 on record
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Our Lake was last stocked September 17, 2025 with Cutthroat Trout. Our Lake has 32 stocking records on file, spanning 1959–2025, with about 66,790 fish stocked over that period.
When Our Lake is stocked
Our Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in August — 15 stocking events in that peak month.
By species
Angler's Field Guide
Fishing Tips & Stocking Guide for Our Lake
Practical advice on fish behavior, recommended tackle, and state regulations for anglers fishing in Montana.
Post-Plant Behavior & Timing
Hatchery-raised fish are conditioned to pelleted feed and open raceways. Following a release into Our Lake, they typically congregate in schools near public access points, boat ramps, or inlets for the first 24 to 48 hours while adjusting to natural water conditions.
Since Our Lake was last stocked September 17, 2025, anglers visiting within 1 to 2 weeks of a reported event generally experience the highest activity before fish disperse into deeper cover.
State Regulations & Licensing
- •Fishing License: A valid Montana freshwater fishing license is required for anglers age 16 and older.Purchase Montana license online →
- •Official Rules & Limits: Bag limits, bait restrictions, and seasonal boundaries are set by Montana fish & wildlife agency.Official Montana regulations guidebook →
- •Ethical Conservation: Use barbless hooks and keep fish submerged in water during unhooking.Trout Thermal Advisory: When water temperatures rise above 68°F (20°C), released trout face severe mortality from thermal exhaustion. Target warmwater species or fish early in the morning when lakes and streams warm up.
Recommended Tackle & Presentations
Techniques tailored to the species stocked in Our Lake:
Stocked Trout Tactics
Use light 4–6 lb monofilament or fluorocarbon line. Float scented dough bait (PowerBait) 12–18" off bottom using a sliding slip-sinker rig with a size 14–16 treble hook. For active casting, throw 1/16 to 1/8 oz inline spinners (Panther Martin, Rooster Tail) or small spoons (Kastmaster) along drop-offs.
Cutthroat Trout Profile Tips
Known for being relatively easy to catch on dry flies, making it a favorite of western fly anglers; many subspecies are managed under catch-and-release rules to protect native populations.
Recommended Tackle for Our Lake
Field-tested tackle and presentations matched to the species stocked here.
Berkley PowerBait Floating Trout Dough
Hatchery-raised trout are conditioned to pelleted scents; scented dough floated 12–18 inches off bottom consistently triggers strikes.
Panther Martin Classic Teardrop Inline Spinner
The heavy convex blade spins instantly upon retrieval, sending vibration through the water that triggers aggressive reaction bites along drop-offs.
Sliding Sinker & Treble Hook Rigging Kit
Sliding egg sinkers allow cautious trout to run with bait without feeling line drag, while size 14–16 treble hooks keep dough bait securely pinned.
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Nearby stocked waters
Other stocked waters near Our Lake, freshest activity first.
Green Lake
1 mi3 species · 13 records
Last stocked May 2007
Long Lake
9 mi6 species · 29 records
Last stocked May 1995
Lake Theboe
12 mi2 species · 3 records
Last stocked April 1964
South Fork Teton River
9 mi2 species · 19 records
Last stocked July 1963
Middle Fork North Fork Teton River
5 mi3 species · 21 records
Last stocked May 1951
North Fork Teton River
9 mi2 species · 30 records
Last stocked May 1951
Stocking history
Most recent stockings first. Dates shown at the precision the agency reported.
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 17, 2025 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 2.23" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 27, 2023 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 1.78" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 28, 2021 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 30, 2019 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 1.93" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 26, 2016 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 1.68" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 30, 2014 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 1.64" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 5, 2012 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 1.81" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 17, 2010 | Cutthroat Trout | 2,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Show 24 more stocking records →
| Date | Species | Number | Size | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 25, 2008 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 1.28" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 13, 2005 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,110 | 1.27" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 31, 2003 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 1.84" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 26, 2000 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,284 | 1.5" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 3, 1999 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 2.1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 22, 1997 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 2.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 23, 1995 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 1.9" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 10, 1993 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 2.2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 8, 1991 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 10, 1989 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 18, 1987 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 1.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 18, 1987 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 1.8" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 25, 1985 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 2, 1983 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,015 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 7, 1981 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 16, 1979 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,010 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| July 23, 1977 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,000 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 13, 1975 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,312 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 18, 1973 | Cutthroat Trout | 960 | 2" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 5, 1971 | Cutthroat Trout | 1,035 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 15, 1969 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,564 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| August 9, 1967 | Cutthroat Trout | 3,500 | 3" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 2, 1960 | Cutthroat Trout | 5,000 | 4" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
| September 24, 1959 | Cutthroat Trout | 20,000 | 1" | Montana fish & wildlife agency |
Frequently asked
When was Our Lake last stocked?
According to Montana fish & wildlife agency, Our Lake was last stocked September 17, 2025 with Cutthroat Trout.
What fish species are stocked in Our Lake?
Our Lake is stocked with Cutthroat Trout.
What time of year is Our Lake stocked?
Our Lake is typically stocked in summer, most often in August.
How often is Our Lake stocked?
Our Lake is stocked intermittently — 32 recorded stockings between 1959 and 2025.
How many fish have been stocked in Our Lake?
About 66,790 fish have been stocked in Our Lake across 32 recorded events since 1959, per Montana fish & wildlife agency.
What size are the fish stocked in Our Lake?
Fish stocked in Our Lake average about 2.0 inches, based on the sizes the agency reported.
Do you need a fishing license to fish Our Lake?
Yes, all anglers age 16 and older generally need a valid Montana freshwater fishing license. Always review current regulations from Montana fish & wildlife agency for site-specific rules, bag limits, or stamps.
How do you catch stocked trout in Our Lake?
Freshly stocked trout in Our Lake typically respond well to floating dough bait (such as PowerBait) floated 12–18 inches off bottom on light 4–6 lb leader, live nightcrawlers under a bobber, and small inline spinners or spoons retrieved along shorelines and drop-offs.